For your calling.

A more affordable path. A place to grow. You’ll be known by name.

A more affordable path. A place to grow. You’ll be known by name.

You Belong Here

Join a Christ-Centered Community where

life-changing education meets

Purpose

Small classes, transformative opportunities, and a family that supports your calling. 

life-changing

Degrees

Experience a quality, Christ-centered education with faculty who teach, mentor, and care about you.

invest in transformation

education that shapes character, not just careers

Why WBU is a Life-changing choice

Transform Your Faith

Grow spiritually in a community rooted in Christian values. 

Earn Your Way

Graduate with less debt (or no debt) through Williams Works – work 16 hours/week and earn your tuition. 

Your Professors Know You

Small classes where professors know your name and your goals.

Create Lifelong Friendships

A welcoming campus where students feel like family from day one.

life-changing

scholarships

What if your education didn’t come with a hefty price tag?

your

Scholarship

Opportunities

Williams

Works

We believe that a strong work ethic not only offsets educational costs but also instills lifelong values; through Williams Works, students work 16 hours per week during the academic year to have their tuition and fees completely covered, with opportunities to work during the summer to cover room and board, making debt-free graduation attainable. Learn more about Williams Works. 

Athletic

Scholarships

Recognizing the dedication and discipline of student-athletes, we provide scholarships across our 15+ athletic programs, empowering you to excel both on the field and in the classroom. Learn more about Athletics at WBU.

Performing Arts

Scholarships

Your passion for the fine arts enriches our campus community; therefore, we offer scholarships for participation in our music and theatre programs, supporting your artistic endeavors regardless of your chosen major. Explore all of our performing arts programs.

Academic

Scholarships

We honor academic excellence by automatically considering all accepted students for merit-based scholarships, such as the Founders Scholarship, which awards $12,000 per year to qualifying students, ensuring that your hard work in the classroom is recognized and rewarded. Find your academic scholarship opportunity + many other financial aid opportunities.

Earn your degree by working 16 hours per week

excel in sports and academics

turn your passion into scholarship

rewarding your academic excellence

“The professors at WBU are truly one of a kind; nowhere else will you find professors willing to help both inside and outside the classroom, assisting all students to achieve their goals.”

- Melanie C. | Class of 2020

After graduating from WBU, Melanie earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Mississippi School of Law, and she is now practicing law in the state of Florida.

Graduate Fully Equipped for Success

WBU exists to cultivate
Christ-centered leaders
who make a difference
in their lifework.

4 Distinctives that Sets Williams Apart

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Christ-Centered Learning

pathway

Debt-Free Pathways

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Supportive Community

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Athletics & Scholarships

3 Easy Steps to become a wbu student

step 1

computer

Apply Online & Contact us

Apply for free and begin your journey to a rewarding career.

Before or after you apply, you can reach out via phone or email. You can find specific email addresses and office lines on each department page.

step 2

meeting

Meet faculty & tour campus

Discuss your goals with our faculty and tour the beautiful WBU campus.

The Admissions Office can assist you in scheduling this. They can also give you a private campus tour OR one of our upcoming Preview Days may be the best approach to meet the faculty, tour the campus, and meet other future WBU Eagles. 

step 3

register

register for classes

Once you’re accepted for general admission, it’s time to register for classes!

The Admissions Office is here to support you through the application process and scholarship search.

Join our Williams Works program for $0 tuition and gain valuable hands-on experience!

Growing in wisdom.

Building practical skills.

Saving Money.

Navigating the rising costs of education can be frustrating. That’s why we at Williams Baptist University offer a Christ-centered education model, generous scholarships, and pathways that eliminate tuition costs like our Williams Works program. This unique opportunity allows you to gain valuable work experience while earning your degree, ensuring you graduate ready for your career. Join our supportive community and let us walk alongside you on this journey toward a bright future.

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